"It's funny to see a lot of websites and blogs saying, 'Why is everybody shocked that she's so incredibly talented?'" says Gaga's manager Bobby Campbell to Billboard. "The world is celebrating her talent in a very mainstream way."

“The new material feels great. And that’s what it is like with me and her – when we both feel great, it’s incredible. A lot of it is to do with trust, no ego, just love for the music. And when it’s fun and respectful, putting the egos aside, it’s magic.”